All Ears English Podcast AEE 2430: Study Up On This Impressive Vocabulary
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Jun 23, 2025 Explore the art of expanding vocabulary to enhance communication skills. Discover the Let Them Theory, which emphasizes supporting others without losing your own happiness. Dive into the idiom 'hit the books' to understand the urgency of studying. Learn practical studying strategies and the differences between phrases like 'study up on' versus 'read up on.' Hear personal experiences with academic pressures and how to navigate procrastination during exam season. Finally, embrace a lifelong learning mindset to keep growing your vocabulary!
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Personal Story on Reading Up
- Aubrey Carter shared a personal experience of reading up on the "Let Them Theory."
- Lindsay McMahon also expressed interest in reading up on the same theory afterward.
Meaning of "Hit the Books"
- The phrase "hit the books" specifically means studying for schoolwork or exams.
- It is idiomatic and peculiar because it sounds like physically hitting a book, but it actually means to study hard.
"Hit the Books" Is for Students
- "Hit the books" is reserved for students enrolled in formal academic programs.
- Professionals reading a lot wouldn’t say they are "hitting the books."
